eminence — fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere or profession
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere or profession
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈemɪnəns/
Example Sentences
- His eminence as a chef was so great that even his burnt toast became a delicacy.
- She reached eminence in neuroscience through decades of research.
- The professor's eminence was so intimidating that students googled his achievements before asking questions.
eminence
NOUN[/ˈemɪnəns/]
fame or recognized superiority, especially within a particular sphere or profession
The aging scientist's eminence drew students from across the world to her lecture.
Eminence brings prominence, but lacks permanence
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'eminentia', meaning 'a projecting or standing out'. The term originally described physical protuberance but evolved metaphorically to denote distinction or superiority, much like a hill rising prominently from flat terrain represents an outstanding figure among ordinary people.
Breakdown
eminere (to stand out, project, be prominent) + -entia (suffix denoting state or condition)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His eminence as a chef was so great that even his burnt toast became a delicacy.”
“She reached eminence in neuroscience through decades of research.”
“The professor's eminence was so intimidating that students googled his achievements before asking questions.”
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